5 Carpet Myths Debunked

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Carpet has been the most popular floor covering in America for decades for good reason - carpets feel soft, reduce noise, and insulates rooms.  But, some common misconceptions deter people from buying carpets.  Before purchasing flooring, consider the following information from Shaw Industries, the world's largest carpet company.

• Myth 1:  Asthma and Allergy Sufferers should not have carpet in the home. 

FACT:  EPA scientists have concluded that carpet fibers, in trapping and immobilizing potential allergy-causing particulates actually help people with allergies.  If allergens are in the carpet fibers, they're not circulating in the indoor air stream.  Shaw recommends using a HEPA filter vacuum to fully remove such particles from the indoor environment.

• Myth 2:  Carpet is hard to maintain - it stain and wears out easily

FACT:  Simple steps can extend the life of your carpet and keep it looking new.  Frequent vacuuming removes soil particles before they get below the surface of the pile, where they are far more difficult to remove.  Carpet in a typical household should be thoroughly cleaned every 12 to 18 months.  Hot water extraction systems provide the most effective cleaning.  Professional carpet cleaners generally get the best results.

• Myth 3:  Carpet is outdated and boring.

FACT:  Carpets come in patterns ranging from traditional, houndstooth, shags, to exotic zebra, and in stylish colors like chocolate, mint green, dozens of shades of beige, and thousands of colors.  Many customers use a mix of carpet, hardwood, and tile in their homes.

• Myth 4:  Carpet emits harmful chemicals that cause health problems 

FACT:  Carpet is one of the lowest emitters of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) among household furnishings and building materials.  Shaw carpets meet the industry's highest VOC standard, the Carpet & Rug Institute's Green Label Plus program.  

• Myth 5:  Carpet is bad for the environment

FACT:  Floor manufacturers nor provide eco-friendly options for environmentally-conscious consumers.  Shaw carpets made of Anso or EverTouch nylon can be recycled at Shaw's Evergreen Nylon Recycling Facility, where they are broken down and remade into carpet fiber.  The process helps turn carpet into a renewable product and keeps carpet waste out of landfills.  In fact, Shaw has collected 178 million pounds of post-consumer carpet since 2006.

For more information on Shaw products, carpet recycling, and environmentally friendlier carpet options, stop by our Showroom to learn more.